1991 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1999 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 1999 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Infiniti Q45 would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Infiniti Q45 (277 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1999 Jaguar S-Type. (238 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1999 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 66 kg more than 1999 Jaguar S-Type. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1991 Infiniti Q45 (397 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jaguar S-Type. (293 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Infiniti Q45 | 1999 Jaguar S-Type | |
Make | Infiniti | Jaguar |
Model | Q45 | S-Type |
Year Released | 1991 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4494 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 397 Nm | 293 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 234 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |